US20190135536A1 - Flame Resistant Viscose Filter Apparatus and Method - Google Patents
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- the teachings of the present disclosure relate generally to exhaust filtration in ventilation systems, and more particularly to a flame resistant viscose filter apparatus and method.
- the exhaust units used in food preparation and commercial kitchens include devices such as air extractor hoods and air conditioning units.
- the traditional exhaust systems include filter elements that use a variety of metal or flame listed baffles, as identified in the various U.S. or State Codes, for the purpose of blocking flames from penetrating the exhaust system and diverting grease from building up in the ductwork of the exhaust system.
- the exhausted air in the food preparation environment is typically laden with greasy vapor and unwanted odors and substances.
- the grease and unwanted substances should be trapped by the filters before passing through to the ducting to be released to the environment.
- Grease may collect on ductwork or pass into the environment.
- the grease and others substances contaminate the hood and fan and these require constant cleaning to remove the grease.
- the filters get quickly filled with grease they require regular cleaning.
- the grease in the ducting constitutes a major fire hazard as ducting fires are a constant concern.
- the present disclosure provides a flame resistant exhaust filter apparatus, system and method that substantially eliminates or reduces at least some of the disadvantages and problems associated with previous exhaust filtration system and methods.
- a filter assembly comprises a filter pad comprising flame resistant viscose.
- the filter assembly also comprises a bonding emulsion.
- the filter assembly may also comprise a structural support.
- the filter assembly may also comprise flame resistant viscose blended with synthetic fibers.
- the filter assembly may also comprise flame resistant viscose blended with wool fibers.
- the bonding emulsion may comprise casein resin, acrylic resin, starch, protein, and/or polylactic acid.
- a method of manufacturing a filter assembly comprises forming a filter pad comprising flame resistant viscose.
- the method also includes applying a bonding emulsion to the filter pad.
- the method also includes coupling the filter pad to a structural support.
- the method may also include forming a filter assembly, wherein the filter assembly comprises flame resistant viscose blended with synthetic fibers.
- the method may also include forming a filter assembly, wherein the filter assembly comprises flame resistant viscose blended with wool fibers.
- the method may include applying a bonding emulsion to the filter pad, wherein the bonding emulsion may comprise casein resin, acrylic resin, starch, protein, and/or polylactic acid.
- a method of manufacture includes carding wool fibers into a fiber web.
- the method also includes blending flame resistant viscose with the fiber web.
- the method additionally includes needle punching the fiber web into a non-woven blanket.
- the method further includes applying a bonding emulsion to the non-woven blanket.
- baffle filters and connecting ductwork may remain cleaner for a longer period of time, thereby providing an effective fire barrier, since the fuel source (e.g., grease particulates) is partially or substantially removed from the airflow prior to reaching any baffle filters and/or ductwork.
- a fire-resistant or fire-retardant chemical may be applied to a filter assembly.
- a fire-resistant or fire-retardant chemical may be applied to a filter assembly.
- the likelihood of flames or excessive heat buildup causing a conflagration in a filter assembly may be substantially reduced or eliminated altogether.
- embodiments of the present disclosure may be formed from flame resistant viscose, which is extremely heat and flame resistant. Such heat and flame resistant properties may substantially reduce or eliminate damage to the filter assembly or surrounding vent hood in situations in which a filter assembly may come into contact with extreme heat, open flames, or grease flare-ups.
- the flame resistant viscose and wool blend is much stronger and more self-supporting than other wool-based filters. This provides particular embodiments of the present disclosure with the benefit of requiring less support in the filter supporting assembly in the ventilation hood.
- the wool-flame resistant viscose blend is more structurally firm than other wool-based filters, and will lend itself to automated packing and processing more readily than primarily wool-based filters.
- FIG. 1 illustrates an exhaust filtration system, including a vent hood and a filter assembly
- FIG. 2 illustrates the filter assembly of FIG. 1 in more detail, including aspects of an embodiment of the present disclosure
- FIG. 3 is a flow chart illustrating a method of manufacturing a particular embodiment of the filter assembly of FIG. 2 ;
- FIG. 4 is a flow chart illustrating a method of manufacture in accordance with a particular embodiment of the present disclosure.
- FIG. 1 illustrates a particular embodiment of an exhaust filtration system 10 .
- Exhaust filtration system 10 may include vent hood 20 and filter assembly 30 .
- filter assembly 30 may be mounted in vent hood 20 .
- filter assembly 30 may be formed of materials such that it is generally “self-supporting,” meaning that it does not require metal filter support frames, frame covers or heat shields.
- Filter assembly 30 can be formed in a variety of ways using a variety of materials that may result in a filter assembly 30 that is either reusable or disposable. In such embodiments, filter assembly 30 may be easily mounted, as discussed further below, in vent hood 20 by simply sliding it into place on brackets or some other similar fastening or support system within vent hood 20 .
- Vent hood 20 may represent any ventilation equipment designed or configured to exhaust heat, odors, grease, vapor, grease-laden vapor, and/or other particulates away from kitchen equipment.
- vent hood 20 may be positioned in proximity to a fryer, grill, griddle, or oven, whether in a home or commercial setting.
- vent hood 20 may be positioned above the relevant kitchen equipment, so that naturally rising heat and vapor passes through or is sucked into vent hood 20 and filter assembly 30 .
- Mounting brackets 24 may also be provided as part of vent hood 20 .
- mounting brackets may refer to clips, brackets, grooves, clasps, and/or any other type of holding mechanism to hold or secure filter assembly 30 within or on a portion of vent hood 20 .
- Mounting brackets 24 may be formed of practically any material that will support the weight of filter assembly 30 and hold filter assembly 30 in place within the exhaust hood.
- the mounting brackets may be comprised of stainless steel and/or another non-combustible material.
- Mounting brackets 24 may be designed to practically any shape to hold filter assembly 30 in place and maintain a sufficient seal within the vent hood 20 aperture.
- the mounting brackets may be made of stainless steel and formed into the shape of “Z” or “U” to hold filter assembly 30 in place, and allow for simplified removal and/or replacement of filter assembly 30 .
- Vent hood 20 may additionally include one or more baffle filters (not shown in FIG. 1 ), which may be configured with a series of overlapping baffles.
- the overlapping baffles may force the grease-laden exhaust vapor to make several changes in direction within the grease filter. The grease is dismissed from the air stream by centrifugal force and accumulates within the baffle interior.
- filter assembly 30 may be positioned in front of one or more baffle filters, such that grease-laded vapor or exhaust air is first filtered by filter assembly 30 before passing through one or more baffle filters.
- filter assembly 30 and one or more baffle filters may be disposed or positioned in any appropriate relative arrangement, including any adjacent, conjunctive or separated arrangement.
- Vent hood 20 may additionally include exhaust conduit 22 , which may connect components of vent hood 20 to ductwork that transports filtered exhaust air to other portions of a ventilation system.
- the filtered air may be carried through exhaust conduit 22 to ductwork that ultimately transports the filtered exhaust air to the outside environment.
- the filtered exhaust air may be carried through exhaust conduit 22 and released into the immediate interior kitchen environment.
- Particular embodiments of vent hood 20 may include one or more fan assemblies that create pressure to facilitate the movement of air and/or vapor through filter assembly 30 and through exhaust conduit 22 .
- Filter assembly 30 is positioned or disposed within or on vent hood 20 , and filters heat, odors, grease, vapor, grease-laden vapor, and/or other particulates or contaminants emanating from kitchen equipment. As discussed further below with respect to FIG. 2 , filter assembly 30 may be at least partially constructed of bio-degradable wool fiber, fire resistant viscose and a bonding emulsion blend to which a fire retardant solution may be applied. Filter assembly 30 may be removably coupled to vent hood 20 by mounting brackets 24 , or any other clips, brackets, grooves, clasps, or any other type of holding mechanism.
- first filter assembly 30 becomes partially or fully saturated with grease, vapor, and/or other particulates
- the first filter assembly 30 may be loosened and removed from one or more holding mechanisms, and a second clean or unused filter assembly 30 may be removably coupled to vent hood 20 with the holding mechanism. Consequently, filter assembly 30 may be disposable and interchangeable with other filter assemblies 30 .
- a particular vent hood 20 may accommodate or support a plurality of filter assemblies 30 .
- a plurality of filter assemblies 30 may be placed or disposed in vent hood 20 in any appropriate arrangement, including, but not limited to, side by side, separated, or “back to back,” such that a given volume of air or grease-laden vapor flows through each filter assembly 30 .
- FIG. 2 illustrates in greater detail filter assembly 30 as shown in FIG. 1 .
- filter assembly 30 may be positioned or disposed within or on vent hood 20 , and filters heat, odors, grease, vapor, grease-laden vapor, and/or other particulates or contaminants emanating from kitchen equipment.
- filter assembly 30 may include filter pad 32 and support structure 34 .
- filter pad 32 may facilitate the capture and removal of grease, grease-laden vapor, and other particulates from the air.
- filter pad 32 may be formed from fibers that are capable of collecting and/or holding grease particulates from air that travels through the filter pad 32 .
- Filter pad 32 may also be formed from fibers that are heat and flame resistant.
- filter pad 32 may be formed from a blend of wool fibers and flame resistant (FR) viscose.
- FR flame resistant
- the filter pad 32 may be formed from wool, FR viscose, and/or other fibers bonded together with a bonding emulsion that may contain additional additives such as fire retardant, fire suppressant, anti-microbial, anti-bacterial, color dyes, etc.
- filter assembly 30 may include two filter pads 32 couple to support structure 34 . In general, however, filter assembly 30 may include any appropriate number of filter pads 32 , depending on the operating conditions of exhaust filtration system 10 .
- wool fiber Because wool is naturally oleophilic, wool fiber has the ability to at least partially capture and/or remove grease from grease-laden vapor or air emanating from kitchen equipment. Accordingly, at least a portion of or substantially all of the grease or other particulates are captured at filter assembly 30 by filter pad 32 before the remaining air passes through a baffle filter and/or exhaust conduit 22 .
- filter assembly 32 may include fibers other than wool.
- filter assembly 30 may be manufactured using one or more (e.g., a blend) of various fibers. For example, at least three different types of fibers may be used: (i) natural fibers, (ii) synthetic fibers, and/or (iii) hybrid fibers.
- natural fibers generally refers to fibers that are derived from nature and include wool (e.g., sheep's wool or any other animal hair), cotton, linen, hemp, manila, flax, plant fibers, jute sisal, etc.
- synthetic fibers generally refers to fibers that are man-made, and include nylon, polyester, acrylic, polypropylene, polyethylene, polystyrene, flame resistant modified acrylic, etc.
- hybrid fibers generally refers to fibers that are derived from nature but materially modified by man, and include viscose, rayon, PLA, PLA flame resistant polymers, biodegradable flame resistant polymers, flame resistant rayon, synthetic fiber derived from a natural source, fibers that are derived from corn starch, etc. At least some of the above referenced fibers may also be used in a flame resistant form in which a flame resistant additive is impregnated into the fibers. Additionally, filter assembly 30 may be manufactured using any of the natural, synthetic, or hybrid fibers alone, or in combination with one or more other fibers.
- filter pad 32 may, in particular embodiments, be formed from a blend of wool and/or other fibers, and FR viscose. Flame resistant viscose is extremely heat and flame resistant and will only degrade under extreme conditions of heat and flame. Filter pad 32 may be formed using wool and FR viscose blended in any ratio. For example, in particular embodiments, filter pad 32 may be formed from a blend of 95% wool and 5% FR viscose. In other particular embodiments, filter 32 may be formed from a blend of 5% wool and as much as 95% FR viscose. Filter pad 32 may also be formed from FR viscose alone, i.e., 100% FR viscose. In general, however, filter pad 32 may be formed from any appropriate ratio of wool to FR viscose, depending on the particular operating characteristics or environment of exhaust filtration system 10 .
- Filter pad 32 may additionally be formed by applying a bonding emulsion to a wool-FR viscose blend.
- a bonding emulsion to a wool-FR viscose blend.
- blends that may be used in accordance with a particular embodiment of the present disclosure:
- filter pad 32 may be formed from a wool-FR viscose blend that is further blended with other fibers, either natural, synthetic or both, which can impart flame resistant or structural properties.
- additional natural and synthetic fibers include, but are not limited to, rayon, fire resistant rayon, fire resistant modacrylic, polylactic acid fire resistant polymers, biodegradable fire resistant polymers, plant fibers or fire resistant natural fibers derived from plant fibers (i.e. jute, flax, hemp, sisal, cotton, and/or manila).
- Filter pad 32 may be formed using any of the natural, hybrid, or synthetic fibers described herein alone, or in combination with one or more of the other fibers.
- flame resistant rayon may be the only type of fiber used in the formation of filter pad 32 .
- the fibers may be blended with wool and/or viscose in any appropriate combination or ratio.
- filter pad 32 may be formed by applying a bonding emulsion to a wool-FR viscose blend.
- the bonding emulsion used in conjunction with wool and/or FR viscose fibers may be configured according to the particular environment in which the exhaust filtration system 10 is installed, or the needs of the overall ventilation system.
- the bonding emulsion may comprise a blend of one or more natural or synthetic bonding substances.
- the bonding emulsion may comprise an acrylic resin and casein resin blend.
- the bonding emulsion may also comprise a starch and protein blend.
- the bonding emulsion may also comprise a protein and casein resin blend.
- the bonding emulsion may also comprise a casein and polylactic acid (PLA) blend.
- PLA polylactic acid
- the proportion of wool fibers and FR viscose to bonding emulsion may vary depending on the particular bonding emulsion used, the particular ratio of wool to FR viscose, the environment in which exhaust filtration system 10 operates, and/or any other considerations, factors, or variables.
- filter pad 32 may include up to 90% scoured wool and 10% bonding emulsion.
- the various acrylic resin, casein resin, starch, protein, and polylactic acid substances may be inter-mixed and blended with each other in any appropriate combination and in any appropriate proportions.
- the bonding emulsion may be designed so that it will break down over time when the filter is disposed of after use (i.e., is biodegradable).
- One or more of the fibers including, but not limited to wool fibers and FR viscose, which may be made from wood, may also be biodegradable. While this bonding solution may be made from acrylic co-polymers and casein, it may also be made with other natural occurring and biodegradable (or other) binders which are also biodegradable, including, but not limited to, starch and protein adhesives. Synthetic bonding components which have bicxegradable properties including, but not limited to, polylactic acid (PLA), may also be used.
- PLA polylactic acid
- Hydrogen-bonding may also be used in the manufacture and/or assembly of filter assembly 30 , since, in particular embodiments it may be used to bind certain cellulose non-woven materials.
- the filter assembly 30 may be designed to be fully biodegradable and, as such, can be easily disposed of while minimally affecting the environment.
- a flame retardant solution may be applied to the wool fibers, the wool-FR viscose blend, the bonding emulsion, or the wool-FR viscose and bonding emulsion blend, to provide resistance to flames, fire, or heat. While wool is naturally flame resistant, in a configuration in accordance with the teachings of this disclosure, wool fibers may be exposed to higher concentrations of oxygen from the air, making combustion a possibility in certain conditions. Thus, a flame retardant may be applied to further prevent or reduce combustion, charring, or other deleterious consequences of interactions with fire.
- the flame retardant solution may provide filter assembly 30 with more resistance to flames or fire than would be the case if a fire retardant solution were not applied to filter assembly 30 .
- Flame resistant properties of filter assembly 30 may be particularly useful in embodiments of exhaust filtration system 10 associated with a grill, griddle, fryer and/or oven.
- the filter may also act as a flame barrier to other components of vent hood 32 , such as exhaust conduit 22 and associated ductwork.
- filter assembly may be formed without adding a flame retardant compound, depending on the flame resistance of the fiber blend used or other appropriate variables or conditions.
- Support structure 34 is designed to add structure and rigidity to filter assembly 30 .
- support structure 34 may include four sides 36 (top 36 a , bottom 36 b , left 36 c and right 36 d ). In other particular embodiments, support structure 34 may have fewer or additional sides. In other particular embodiments, support structure 34 may be rounded or oblong to support a rounded or oblong filter assembly 30 . Additionally, support structure 34 may be made of practically any material. For example, support structure 34 may be made of a natural, bio-degradable material that is lightweight and flame-resistant. Support structure 32 could be made of practically any material that will pass any required regulatory codes. Support structure 34 may also include any number of horizontal, vertical and/or diagonal supports of practically any size or configuration.
- support structure 34 may add shape and structure to filter assembly 30 with relatively little added weight and/or very little added static pressure.
- structural support may be made of any light-weight, structurally sound biodegradable material.
- support structure 34 may represent a box frame disposed between one or more filter pads 32 .
- the particular filter pads 32 may be held together with a heat-resistant glue.
- Both sides of support structure 34 may be coated with a heat-resistant glue which results in the components being held firmly together when pressure is applied to the unit to compress filter assembly 30 .
- support structure 34 may represent a frame that surrounds one or more filter pads 32 , which are held within one or more grooves or slots in sides 36 a , 36 b , 36 c , and/or 36 d , or are held between glued edges of support structure 34 .
- filter assembly 30 may vary in weight from 50 grams/square meter to 500 grams/square meter (“gsm”). However, particular embodiments of filter assembly 30 may weigh from 150 gsm to 250 gsm. Other particular embodiments of filter assembly may weigh from 100 gsm to 450 gsm. Additionally, in particular embodiments of exhaust filtration system 10 in which two filter pads 32 are combined in the manufacture of filter assembly 30 , each filter pad 32 may weigh between 50 gsm and 150 gsm each, resulting in a combined weight of between 100 gsm and 300 gsm. For purposes of this disclosure, grams/square meter may refer to a dry mass weight.
- filter assembly 30 may have a loft of approximately 10 mm to 30 mm, depending on the loft of the type of wool and FR viscose used, as this imparts loft and resilience to compression as part of its natural characteristics. Additionally, in particular embodiments of exhaust filtration system 10 in which two filter pads 32 are combined in the manufacture of filter assembly 30 , each filter pad 32 may have a loft of approximately 12 mm to 15 mm, thus producing a combined assembled loft of approximately between 24 mm to 30 mm.
- the volume of air flowing through filter assembly 30 contributes to the efficient and effective use of the filter.
- the wool imparts loll and openness to the structure which allows sufficient air to pass through during operation.
- FR viscose is extremely heat and flame resistant and will only degrade under extreme conditions of heat and flame.
- the wool-FR viscose and/or fire resistant solution blend may be utilized in flame resistant clothing for firemen, welders, military and other workers in severe heat or flame conditions.
- a wool-FR viscose blend may provide benefits in insulating appliances, homes, or any other device or structure where it is desirable to provide heat or flame resistance.
- the loft and/or densities of filter pad 32 may be substantially higher, because there may be no need for any airflow.
- Scoured wool may be opened to enable easier processing.
- the scoured wool may then be blended with the FR viscose or similar fiber as a pre-blend, then transferred to be put through a non-woven carding machine which further opens and aligns the filter blend fibers.
- the card makes the fiber blend into a fiber web which is then layered using a cross lapping machine into a wool wadding. The lapping and carding helps to ensure the wool fibers are aligned correctly so that when the wool wadding is sprayed with binder, the final filter will have sufficient loft and height.
- the wool-FR viscose blend filter may be needle punched into a non-woven blanket.
- Other non-woven processes such as needling, thermo bonding, air laid, spun bond and/or other non-woven technology could be used to form the wadding/blanket in other embodiments.
- a bonding emulsion may be applied by spraying the top and the bottom of the wadding with a spray mix.
- the emulsion is applied in a diluted form to allow penetration through the wadding.
- the amount of bonding emulsion will also vary, so that it matches what is required to sufficiently bond the filter blanket and impart the desired physical properties.
- a flame retardant compound or solution may also be applied at this stage.
- the flame retardant compound is mixed with the bonding emulsion to provide even and thorough penetration through the wadding.
- the flame retardant compound may be diluted with water in a 50%/50%, or any other appropriate ratio.
- the bonding emulsion may include an antimicrobial and antibacterial agent added to it as well as an approved dye to dye the filter to the desired color.
- a vacuum positioned in proximity to the filter may provide unidirectional pressure to assist the bonding emulsion, flame retardant compound, antimicrobial agent and/or antibacterial agent in penetrating the wadding.
- the spray bonded wadding may then be passed through an oven that has an ambient internal temperature of approximately between 280 and 305 degrees Fahrenheit to drive off the water and cure the bonding resins and/or flame retardant compound.
- a second application of flame retardant compound may be applied to the wadding.
- the flame retardant compound may be diluted with water and sprayed onto the wadding to allow penetration through the wadding.
- the flame retardant may be diluted in water in any appropriate ratio, including, but not limited to 50% flame retardant and 50% water.
- the wadding may travel a second time through an oven that has an ambient internal temperature of approximately between 280 and 305 degrees Fahrenheit to again dry the water and cure the bonding resins and/or flame retardant compound.
- the resultant wadding may then be rolled into rolls and allowed 24 hours to fully cure and the binder to be fully effective. During this time the wool or other constituent fibers may absorb moisture from the atmosphere.
- the resultant wadding may then be made into rolls cut at specific widths. These rolls are then cut into the filter panels and press packed into packages of, for example, 24 filters.
- the resulting filter may be supplied in either rolls or cut panels depending on the installation requirements. The most common method would be to fix the wool filter into frame which may be installed above a ventilation hood.
- the frame assembly may also have a front cover to support the filter. In addition where there is excessive heat and flame a shield may be placed over the filter frame assembly.
- FIG. 3 is a flowchart illustrating a method of manufacturing the filter assembly 30 illustrated in FIG. 2 . Operation, in the illustrated example, begins at step 300 , in which a filter pad comprising flame resistant viscose is formed. As described above with respect to FIG. 2 , flame resistant viscose is extremely heat and flame resistant and will only degrade under extreme conditions of heat and flame. In particular embodiments, flame resistant viscose may be blended with wool fibers to form the filter pad. Filter pad 32 may be formed using wool and FR viscose blended in any ratio. For example, in particular embodiments, filter pad 32 may be formed from a blend of 95% wool and 5% FR viscose.
- filter 32 may be formed from a blend of 5% wool and as much as 95% FR viscose.
- Filter pad 32 may also be formed from FR viscose alone, i.e., 100% FR viscose. In general, however, filter pad 32 may be formed from any appropriate ratio of wool to FR viscose, depending on the particular operating characteristics or environment of exhaust filtration system 10 .
- at least three different types of fibers may be used in forming a filter pad: (i) natural fibers, (ii) synthetic fibers, and/or (iii) hybrid fibers.
- Filter pad 32 may be formed using any of the natural, synthetic, or hybrid fibers alone, or in combination with one or more other fibers.
- the bonding emulsion may comprise casein resin, acrylic resin, or a blend of one or more natural or synthetic bonding substances.
- the bonding emulsion may comprise an acrylic resin and casein resin blend.
- the bonding emulsion may also comprise a starch and protein blend.
- the bonding emulsion may also comprise a protein and casein resin blend.
- the bonding emulsion may also comprise a casein and polylactic acid (PLA) blend.
- PHA polylactic acid
- the proportion of wool fibers to bonding emulsion may vary depending on the particular bonding emulsion used, the environment in which exhaust filtration system 10 operates, and/or any other considerations, factors, or variables.
- the various acrylic resin, casein resin, starch, protein, and polylactic acid substances may be inter-mixed and blended with each other in any appropriate combination and in any appropriate proportions, and applied to the fibers.
- support structure 34 is designed to add structure and rigidity to filter assembly 30 .
- Support structure 34 may comprise any appropriate lightweight, flame-resistant biodegradable material suitable to add structure to filter assembly 30 .
- support structure 34 may be shaped into any appropriate form suitable to perform the described functions, including rectangular, square, round, or any other multi-sided shape.
- Support structure 34 may also include any number of horizontal, vertical and/or diagonal supports of practically any size or configuration.
- support structure 34 may represent a box frame disposed between one or more filter pads 32 . In such embodiments, the particular filter pads 32 may be held together with a heat-resistant glue.
- support structure 34 may be coated with a heat-resistant glue which results in the components being held firmly together when pressure is applied to the unit to compress filter assembly 30 .
- support structure 34 may represent a frame that surrounds one or more filter pads 32 , which are held within one or more grooves or slots in sides 36 a , 36 b , 36 c , and/or 36 d , or are held between glued edges of support structure 34 .
- FIG. 4 is a flowchart illustrating a particular method of manufacture in accordance with a particular embodiment of the present disclosure. Operation, in the illustrated example, begins at step 400 , with wool fibers being carded into a fiber web.
- scoured wool may be opened to enable easier processing, then put through a non woven carding machine which further opens and aligns the wool fibers.
- the card makes the wool into wool web which is then layered using a cross lapping machine into a wool wadding. The lapping and carding is helpful to ensure the wool fibers are aligned correctly so that when the wool wadding is sprayed with binder that the final filter will have sufficient loft and height.
- flame resistant viscose is blended with the fiber web.
- flame resistant viscose may be blended with wool or other fiber as a pre-blend, then transferred to be put through a non-woven carding machine which further opens and aligns the filter blend fibers.
- flame resistant viscose may be carded concurrently, so that the separate fibers are blended together.
- step 404 the fiber web is needle punched into a non-woven blanket.
- Other non-woven processes such as needling, thermo bonding, air laid, spun bond and/or other non-woven technology could be used to form the wadding/blanket in other embodiments.
- a bonding emulsion is applied to the fiber web.
- the top and the bottom of the fiber web may be sprayed with a blend of bonding emulsion and flame retardant.
- the flame retardant compound is mixed with the bonding emulsion to provide even and thorough penetration through the wadding.
- the flame retardant compound may be diluted with water in a 50%/50%, or any other appropriate ratio.
- the bonding emulsion may comprise casein resin.
- the bonding emulsion may also comprise, alone or in combination, acrylic resin, starch and protein, protein and/or polylactic acid. Additionally, the bonding emulsion or flame retardant compound may be applied in a diluted form to allow penetration through the wadding.
- the bonding emulsion may include an antimicrobial and antibacterial agent added to it as well as an approved dye to dye the filter to the desired color.
- a vacuum positioned in proximity to the filter may provide unidirectional pressure to assist the bonding emulsion, flame retardant compound, antimicrobial agent and/or antibacterial agent in penetrating the wadding.
- the spray bonded wadding may then be passed through an oven that has an internal ambient temperature of approximately between 280 and 305 degrees Fahrenheit to drive off the water and cure the bonding resins.
- an additional application of flame resistant compound may be applied subsequent to the filter pad passing through an oven. In such embodiments, the filter pad may then travel a second time through an oven that has an internal ambient temperature of approximately between 280 and 305 degrees Fahrenheit.
- the present disclosure is generally directed to a removable and/or disposable filter assembly that is placed between the cooking surface and the baffle filters disposed within a vent hood described herein, to capture grease and/or other particulates from grease laden vapors prior to entry into, or “upstream” from the baffle filters described herein.
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- This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 60/099,688, filed Sep. 24, 2008, U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/099,699, filed Sep. 24, 2008, and U.S. application Ser. No. 12/430,650 filed Apr. 27, 2009, which are each incorporated herein by reference.
- The teachings of the present disclosure relate generally to exhaust filtration in ventilation systems, and more particularly to a flame resistant viscose filter apparatus and method.
- The exhaust units used in food preparation and commercial kitchens include devices such as air extractor hoods and air conditioning units. The traditional exhaust systems include filter elements that use a variety of metal or flame listed baffles, as identified in the various U.S. or State Codes, for the purpose of blocking flames from penetrating the exhaust system and diverting grease from building up in the ductwork of the exhaust system.
- The exhausted air in the food preparation environment is typically laden with greasy vapor and unwanted odors and substances. The grease and unwanted substances should be trapped by the filters before passing through to the ducting to be released to the environment. Grease may collect on ductwork or pass into the environment. In addition, the grease and others substances contaminate the hood and fan and these require constant cleaning to remove the grease. As the filters get quickly filled with grease they require regular cleaning. Moreover, the grease in the ducting constitutes a major fire hazard as ducting fires are a constant concern.
- The present disclosure provides a flame resistant exhaust filter apparatus, system and method that substantially eliminates or reduces at least some of the disadvantages and problems associated with previous exhaust filtration system and methods.
- In accordance with one embodiment of the present disclosure, a filter assembly comprises a filter pad comprising flame resistant viscose. The filter assembly also comprises a bonding emulsion. Additionally, the filter assembly may also comprise a structural support. In particular embodiments, the filter assembly may also comprise flame resistant viscose blended with synthetic fibers. In particular embodiments, the filter assembly may also comprise flame resistant viscose blended with wool fibers. In particular embodiments, the bonding emulsion may comprise casein resin, acrylic resin, starch, protein, and/or polylactic acid.
- In accordance with another embodiment of the present disclosure, a method of manufacturing a filter assembly comprises forming a filter pad comprising flame resistant viscose. The method also includes applying a bonding emulsion to the filter pad. In particular embodiments, the method also includes coupling the filter pad to a structural support. The method may also include forming a filter assembly, wherein the filter assembly comprises flame resistant viscose blended with synthetic fibers. The method may also include forming a filter assembly, wherein the filter assembly comprises flame resistant viscose blended with wool fibers. In particular embodiments, the method may include applying a bonding emulsion to the filter pad, wherein the bonding emulsion may comprise casein resin, acrylic resin, starch, protein, and/or polylactic acid.
- In accordance with yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, a method of manufacture includes carding wool fibers into a fiber web. The method also includes blending flame resistant viscose with the fiber web. The method additionally includes needle punching the fiber web into a non-woven blanket. The method further includes applying a bonding emulsion to the non-woven blanket.
- Technical advantages of particular embodiments of the present disclosure include efficiently removing or reducing grease particulates from grease-laden vapor or air emanating from kitchen equipment. Accordingly, baffle filters and connecting ductwork may remain cleaner for a longer period of time, thereby providing an effective fire barrier, since the fuel source (e.g., grease particulates) is partially or substantially removed from the airflow prior to reaching any baffle filters and/or ductwork.
- Technical advantages of particular embodiments of the present disclosure also include the ability to easily remove and replace a grease-saturated filter assembly, eliminating the need for costly and time-consuming cleaning of traditional baffle or other non-disposable filters. Consequently, particular embodiments of the present invention provide a disposable and replaceable filter for grease-laden vapor and air emanating from kitchen equipment. Additionally, the filter assembly may be bio-degradable, allowing for safe, ecologically-friendly, and cost-effective disposal of used filter assemblies.
- Other technical advantages of particular embodiments of the present disclosure include reducing the likelihood of damaging fires caused by flames interacting with grease build-up in traditional filters. In particular embodiments, a fire-resistant or fire-retardant chemical may be applied to a filter assembly. Thus, the likelihood of flames or excessive heat buildup causing a conflagration in a filter assembly may be substantially reduced or eliminated altogether. Additionally, embodiments of the present disclosure may be formed from flame resistant viscose, which is extremely heat and flame resistant. Such heat and flame resistant properties may substantially reduce or eliminate damage to the filter assembly or surrounding vent hood in situations in which a filter assembly may come into contact with extreme heat, open flames, or grease flare-ups.
- Other technical advantages of particular embodiments of the present disclosure include enhanced self-support of the filter assembly. In particular embodiments, the flame resistant viscose and wool blend is much stronger and more self-supporting than other wool-based filters. This provides particular embodiments of the present disclosure with the benefit of requiring less support in the filter supporting assembly in the ventilation hood. Moreover, the wool-flame resistant viscose blend is more structurally firm than other wool-based filters, and will lend itself to automated packing and processing more readily than primarily wool-based filters.
- Other technical advantages of the present disclosure will be readily apparent to one skilled in the art from the following figures, description, and claims. Moreover, while specific advantages have been enumerated above, various embodiments may include all, some, or none of the enumerated advantages.
- For a more complete understanding of the present disclosure and its advantages, reference is now made to the following description, taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which:
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FIG. 1 illustrates an exhaust filtration system, including a vent hood and a filter assembly; -
FIG. 2 illustrates the filter assembly ofFIG. 1 in more detail, including aspects of an embodiment of the present disclosure; -
FIG. 3 is a flow chart illustrating a method of manufacturing a particular embodiment of the filter assembly ofFIG. 2 ; and -
FIG. 4 is a flow chart illustrating a method of manufacture in accordance with a particular embodiment of the present disclosure. -
FIG. 1 illustrates a particular embodiment of anexhaust filtration system 10.Exhaust filtration system 10 may includevent hood 20 andfilter assembly 30. To filter grease, vapor and other particulates arising from kitchen equipment,filter assembly 30 may be mounted invent hood 20. In particular embodiments,filter assembly 30 may be formed of materials such that it is generally “self-supporting,” meaning that it does not require metal filter support frames, frame covers or heat shields.Filter assembly 30 can be formed in a variety of ways using a variety of materials that may result in afilter assembly 30 that is either reusable or disposable. In such embodiments,filter assembly 30 may be easily mounted, as discussed further below, invent hood 20 by simply sliding it into place on brackets or some other similar fastening or support system withinvent hood 20. -
Vent hood 20 may represent any ventilation equipment designed or configured to exhaust heat, odors, grease, vapor, grease-laden vapor, and/or other particulates away from kitchen equipment. For example, in particular embodiments,vent hood 20 may be positioned in proximity to a fryer, grill, griddle, or oven, whether in a home or commercial setting. In particular embodiments,vent hood 20 may be positioned above the relevant kitchen equipment, so that naturally rising heat and vapor passes through or is sucked intovent hood 20 andfilter assembly 30.Mounting brackets 24 may also be provided as part ofvent hood 20. For purposes of this disclosure, “mounting brackets” may refer to clips, brackets, grooves, clasps, and/or any other type of holding mechanism to hold orsecure filter assembly 30 within or on a portion ofvent hood 20. Mountingbrackets 24 may be formed of practically any material that will support the weight offilter assembly 30 and holdfilter assembly 30 in place within the exhaust hood. In accordance with a particular embodiment of the present disclosure, to meet various codes and regulations governing exhaust hoods, the mounting brackets may be comprised of stainless steel and/or another non-combustible material. Mountingbrackets 24 may be designed to practically any shape to holdfilter assembly 30 in place and maintain a sufficient seal within thevent hood 20 aperture. In particular embodiments of the present disclosure, the mounting brackets may be made of stainless steel and formed into the shape of “Z” or “U” to holdfilter assembly 30 in place, and allow for simplified removal and/or replacement offilter assembly 30. -
Vent hood 20 may additionally include one or more baffle filters (not shown inFIG. 1 ), which may be configured with a series of overlapping baffles. The overlapping baffles may force the grease-laden exhaust vapor to make several changes in direction within the grease filter. The grease is dismissed from the air stream by centrifugal force and accumulates within the baffle interior. In particular embodiments,filter assembly 30 may be positioned in front of one or more baffle filters, such that grease-laded vapor or exhaust air is first filtered byfilter assembly 30 before passing through one or more baffle filters. In general, however,filter assembly 30 and one or more baffle filters may be disposed or positioned in any appropriate relative arrangement, including any adjacent, conjunctive or separated arrangement.Vent hood 20 may additionally includeexhaust conduit 22, which may connect components ofvent hood 20 to ductwork that transports filtered exhaust air to other portions of a ventilation system. In particular embodiments, the filtered air may be carried throughexhaust conduit 22 to ductwork that ultimately transports the filtered exhaust air to the outside environment. In other particular embodiments, the filtered exhaust air may be carried throughexhaust conduit 22 and released into the immediate interior kitchen environment. Particular embodiments ofvent hood 20 may include one or more fan assemblies that create pressure to facilitate the movement of air and/or vapor throughfilter assembly 30 and throughexhaust conduit 22. -
Filter assembly 30 is positioned or disposed within or onvent hood 20, and filters heat, odors, grease, vapor, grease-laden vapor, and/or other particulates or contaminants emanating from kitchen equipment. As discussed further below with respect toFIG. 2 ,filter assembly 30 may be at least partially constructed of bio-degradable wool fiber, fire resistant viscose and a bonding emulsion blend to which a fire retardant solution may be applied.Filter assembly 30 may be removably coupled to venthood 20 by mountingbrackets 24, or any other clips, brackets, grooves, clasps, or any other type of holding mechanism. Thus, as afirst filter assembly 30 becomes partially or fully saturated with grease, vapor, and/or other particulates, thefirst filter assembly 30 may be loosened and removed from one or more holding mechanisms, and a second clean orunused filter assembly 30 may be removably coupled to venthood 20 with the holding mechanism. Consequently,filter assembly 30 may be disposable and interchangeable withother filter assemblies 30. Moreover, aparticular vent hood 20 may accommodate or support a plurality offilter assemblies 30. A plurality offilter assemblies 30 may be placed or disposed invent hood 20 in any appropriate arrangement, including, but not limited to, side by side, separated, or “back to back,” such that a given volume of air or grease-laden vapor flows through eachfilter assembly 30. -
FIG. 2 illustrates in greaterdetail filter assembly 30 as shown inFIG. 1 . As noted above with respect toFIG. 1 ,filter assembly 30 may be positioned or disposed within or onvent hood 20, and filters heat, odors, grease, vapor, grease-laden vapor, and/or other particulates or contaminants emanating from kitchen equipment. To facilitate positioning withinvent hood 20 in order to capture and/or remove grease or vapor from exhaust air, particular embodiments offilter assembly 30 may includefilter pad 32 andsupport structure 34. In particular embodiments,filter pad 32 may facilitate the capture and removal of grease, grease-laden vapor, and other particulates from the air. For example,filter pad 32 may be formed from fibers that are capable of collecting and/or holding grease particulates from air that travels through thefilter pad 32.Filter pad 32 may also be formed from fibers that are heat and flame resistant. For example,filter pad 32 may be formed from a blend of wool fibers and flame resistant (FR) viscose. Additionally, in particular embodiments, thefilter pad 32 may be formed from wool, FR viscose, and/or other fibers bonded together with a bonding emulsion that may contain additional additives such as fire retardant, fire suppressant, anti-microbial, anti-bacterial, color dyes, etc. As shown inFIG. 2 ,filter assembly 30 may include twofilter pads 32 couple to supportstructure 34. In general, however,filter assembly 30 may include any appropriate number offilter pads 32, depending on the operating conditions ofexhaust filtration system 10. - Because wool is naturally oleophilic, wool fiber has the ability to at least partially capture and/or remove grease from grease-laden vapor or air emanating from kitchen equipment. Accordingly, at least a portion of or substantially all of the grease or other particulates are captured at
filter assembly 30 byfilter pad 32 before the remaining air passes through a baffle filter and/orexhaust conduit 22. Particular embodiments offilter assembly 32 may include fibers other than wool. Thus,filter assembly 30 may be manufactured using one or more (e.g., a blend) of various fibers. For example, at least three different types of fibers may be used: (i) natural fibers, (ii) synthetic fibers, and/or (iii) hybrid fibers. For the purposes of this disclosure, “natural” fibers generally refers to fibers that are derived from nature and include wool (e.g., sheep's wool or any other animal hair), cotton, linen, hemp, manila, flax, plant fibers, jute sisal, etc. For the purposes of this disclosure, “synthetic” fibers generally refers to fibers that are man-made, and include nylon, polyester, acrylic, polypropylene, polyethylene, polystyrene, flame resistant modified acrylic, etc. For the purposes of this disclosure, “hybrid” fibers generally refers to fibers that are derived from nature but materially modified by man, and include viscose, rayon, PLA, PLA flame resistant polymers, biodegradable flame resistant polymers, flame resistant rayon, synthetic fiber derived from a natural source, fibers that are derived from corn starch, etc. At least some of the above referenced fibers may also be used in a flame resistant form in which a flame resistant additive is impregnated into the fibers. Additionally,filter assembly 30 may be manufactured using any of the natural, synthetic, or hybrid fibers alone, or in combination with one or more other fibers. - In kitchens, some filters may be installed in exhaust hoods above various fat fryers, grills, griddles and ovens where excess heat and flame can occur. Unless stainless steel heat shields are used there is the possibility that concentrations of heat (e.g., from exhaust of an oven or steamer), will degrade the wool fibers and cause a hole to form in the filter. Similarly, flames will make holes in the filter if they come in direct contact with the filter which can happen above griddles and grills with a grease flare-up. This is a major draw back as a hole in the filter renders it ineffective and means it needs to be changed. Protein-based filters especially may degrade when exposed to heat.
- Consequently,
filter pad 32 may, in particular embodiments, be formed from a blend of wool and/or other fibers, and FR viscose. Flame resistant viscose is extremely heat and flame resistant and will only degrade under extreme conditions of heat and flame.Filter pad 32 may be formed using wool and FR viscose blended in any ratio. For example, in particular embodiments,filter pad 32 may be formed from a blend of 95% wool and 5% FR viscose. In other particular embodiments, filter 32 may be formed from a blend of 5% wool and as much as 95% FR viscose.Filter pad 32 may also be formed from FR viscose alone, i.e., 100% FR viscose. In general, however,filter pad 32 may be formed from any appropriate ratio of wool to FR viscose, depending on the particular operating characteristics or environment ofexhaust filtration system 10. -
Filter pad 32 may additionally be formed by applying a bonding emulsion to a wool-FR viscose blend. For example, the following describes blends that may be used in accordance with a particular embodiment of the present disclosure: - 1. 50% wool and 50% 8-9 denier FR viscose bonded with a biodegradable acrylic bonding emulsion that has been treated with a fire resistant solution;
- 2. 100% 8-9 denier FR viscose bonded with a biodegradable acrylic bonding emulsion that has been treated with a fire resistant solution;
- 3. 50% wool/25% 8-9 denier FR viscose/25% 2 denier FR viscose bonded with a biodegradable acrylic bonding emulsion that has been treated with a fire resistant solution; or
- 4. 100% wool bonded with a biodegradable acrylic bonding emulsion that has been treated with a fire resistant solution. For purposes of this disclosure, “denier” is a unit of measurement of linear density of textile fiber mass, calculated as one gram per nine-thousand meters.
- Additionally,
filter pad 32 may be formed from a wool-FR viscose blend that is further blended with other fibers, either natural, synthetic or both, which can impart flame resistant or structural properties. Examples of such additional natural and synthetic fibers include, but are not limited to, rayon, fire resistant rayon, fire resistant modacrylic, polylactic acid fire resistant polymers, biodegradable fire resistant polymers, plant fibers or fire resistant natural fibers derived from plant fibers (i.e. jute, flax, hemp, sisal, cotton, and/or manila).Filter pad 32 may be formed using any of the natural, hybrid, or synthetic fibers described herein alone, or in combination with one or more of the other fibers. In particular embodiments, flame resistant rayon may be the only type of fiber used in the formation offilter pad 32. Additionally, the fibers may be blended with wool and/or viscose in any appropriate combination or ratio. - As noted above,
filter pad 32 may be formed by applying a bonding emulsion to a wool-FR viscose blend. The bonding emulsion used in conjunction with wool and/or FR viscose fibers may be configured according to the particular environment in which theexhaust filtration system 10 is installed, or the needs of the overall ventilation system. In particular embodiments, the bonding emulsion may comprise a blend of one or more natural or synthetic bonding substances. For example, the bonding emulsion may comprise an acrylic resin and casein resin blend. The bonding emulsion may also comprise a starch and protein blend. The bonding emulsion may also comprise a protein and casein resin blend. The bonding emulsion may also comprise a casein and polylactic acid (PLA) blend. The proportion of wool fibers and FR viscose to bonding emulsion may vary depending on the particular bonding emulsion used, the particular ratio of wool to FR viscose, the environment in whichexhaust filtration system 10 operates, and/or any other considerations, factors, or variables. In particular embodiments,filter pad 32 may include up to 90% scoured wool and 10% bonding emulsion. In general, the various acrylic resin, casein resin, starch, protein, and polylactic acid substances may be inter-mixed and blended with each other in any appropriate combination and in any appropriate proportions. - In particular embodiments, the bonding emulsion may be designed so that it will break down over time when the filter is disposed of after use (i.e., is biodegradable). One or more of the fibers, including, but not limited to wool fibers and FR viscose, which may be made from wood, may also be biodegradable. While this bonding solution may be made from acrylic co-polymers and casein, it may also be made with other natural occurring and biodegradable (or other) binders which are also biodegradable, including, but not limited to, starch and protein adhesives. Synthetic bonding components which have bicxegradable properties including, but not limited to, polylactic acid (PLA), may also be used. Hydrogen-bonding may also be used in the manufacture and/or assembly of
filter assembly 30, since, in particular embodiments it may be used to bind certain cellulose non-woven materials. Thus, thefilter assembly 30 may be designed to be fully biodegradable and, as such, can be easily disposed of while minimally affecting the environment. - Additionally, in particular embodiments, a flame retardant solution may be applied to the wool fibers, the wool-FR viscose blend, the bonding emulsion, or the wool-FR viscose and bonding emulsion blend, to provide resistance to flames, fire, or heat. While wool is naturally flame resistant, in a configuration in accordance with the teachings of this disclosure, wool fibers may be exposed to higher concentrations of oxygen from the air, making combustion a possibility in certain conditions. Thus, a flame retardant may be applied to further prevent or reduce combustion, charring, or other deleterious consequences of interactions with fire. For example, in embodiments of
exhaust filtration system 10 in which venthood 20 andfilter assembly 30 are positioned over an open flame, or positioned in an area where flames may occur, the flame retardant solution may providefilter assembly 30 with more resistance to flames or fire than would be the case if a fire retardant solution were not applied to filterassembly 30. Flame resistant properties offilter assembly 30 may be particularly useful in embodiments ofexhaust filtration system 10 associated with a grill, griddle, fryer and/or oven. Additionally, the filter may also act as a flame barrier to other components ofvent hood 32, such asexhaust conduit 22 and associated ductwork. In particular embodiments, however, filter assembly may be formed without adding a flame retardant compound, depending on the flame resistance of the fiber blend used or other appropriate variables or conditions. -
Support structure 34 is designed to add structure and rigidity to filterassembly 30. In particular embodiments,support structure 34 may include four sides 36 (top 36 a, bottom 36 b, left 36 c and right 36 d). In other particular embodiments,support structure 34 may have fewer or additional sides. In other particular embodiments,support structure 34 may be rounded or oblong to support a rounded oroblong filter assembly 30. Additionally,support structure 34 may be made of practically any material. For example,support structure 34 may be made of a natural, bio-degradable material that is lightweight and flame-resistant.Support structure 32 could be made of practically any material that will pass any required regulatory codes.Support structure 34 may also include any number of horizontal, vertical and/or diagonal supports of practically any size or configuration. Functionally, it is beneficial forsupport structure 34 to add shape and structure to filterassembly 30 with relatively little added weight and/or very little added static pressure. Thus, structural support may be made of any light-weight, structurally sound biodegradable material. In particular embodiments,support structure 34 may represent a box frame disposed between one ormore filter pads 32. In such embodiments, theparticular filter pads 32 may be held together with a heat-resistant glue. Both sides ofsupport structure 34 may be coated with a heat-resistant glue which results in the components being held firmly together when pressure is applied to the unit to compressfilter assembly 30. In other embodiments,support structure 34 may represent a frame that surrounds one ormore filter pads 32, which are held within one or more grooves or slots insides support structure 34. - In accordance with particular embodiments of the present disclosure,
filter assembly 30 may vary in weight from 50 grams/square meter to 500 grams/square meter (“gsm”). However, particular embodiments offilter assembly 30 may weigh from 150 gsm to 250 gsm. Other particular embodiments of filter assembly may weigh from 100 gsm to 450 gsm. Additionally, in particular embodiments ofexhaust filtration system 10 in which twofilter pads 32 are combined in the manufacture offilter assembly 30, eachfilter pad 32 may weigh between 50 gsm and 150 gsm each, resulting in a combined weight of between 100 gsm and 300 gsm. For purposes of this disclosure, grams/square meter may refer to a dry mass weight. Additionally,filter assembly 30 may have a loft of approximately 10 mm to 30 mm, depending on the loft of the type of wool and FR viscose used, as this imparts loft and resilience to compression as part of its natural characteristics. Additionally, in particular embodiments ofexhaust filtration system 10 in which twofilter pads 32 are combined in the manufacture offilter assembly 30, eachfilter pad 32 may have a loft of approximately 12 mm to 15 mm, thus producing a combined assembled loft of approximately between 24 mm to 30 mm. The volume of air flowing throughfilter assembly 30 contributes to the efficient and effective use of the filter. The wool imparts loll and openness to the structure which allows sufficient air to pass through during operation. Although the materials, substances, methods, processes, and solutions have been described herein in connection with operation in an exhaust filtration system, some or all of the materials, substances, methods, processes, and solutions may additionally provide benefits in connection with insulation. For example, FR viscose is extremely heat and flame resistant and will only degrade under extreme conditions of heat and flame. Thus, the wool-FR viscose and/or fire resistant solution blend may be utilized in flame resistant clothing for firemen, welders, military and other workers in severe heat or flame conditions. Additionally, a wool-FR viscose blend may provide benefits in insulating appliances, homes, or any other device or structure where it is desirable to provide heat or flame resistance. In such embodiments, the loft and/or densities offilter pad 32 may be substantially higher, because there may be no need for any airflow. - A particular method that may be used to manufacture
filter assembly 30 in accordance with a particular embodiment of the present disclosure is now described. Scoured wool may be opened to enable easier processing. The scoured wool may then be blended with the FR viscose or similar fiber as a pre-blend, then transferred to be put through a non-woven carding machine which further opens and aligns the filter blend fibers. The card makes the fiber blend into a fiber web which is then layered using a cross lapping machine into a wool wadding. The lapping and carding helps to ensure the wool fibers are aligned correctly so that when the wool wadding is sprayed with binder, the final filter will have sufficient loft and height. In particular embodiments, the wool-FR viscose blend filter may be needle punched into a non-woven blanket. Other non-woven processes, such as needling, thermo bonding, air laid, spun bond and/or other non-woven technology could be used to form the wadding/blanket in other embodiments. - At this stage a bonding emulsion may be applied by spraying the top and the bottom of the wadding with a spray mix. The emulsion is applied in a diluted form to allow penetration through the wadding. As the thickness of the wadding and grams per square meter can vary, the amount of bonding emulsion will also vary, so that it matches what is required to sufficiently bond the filter blanket and impart the desired physical properties. A flame retardant compound or solution may also be applied at this stage. In particular embodiments, the flame retardant compound is mixed with the bonding emulsion to provide even and thorough penetration through the wadding. The flame retardant compound may be diluted with water in a 50%/50%, or any other appropriate ratio. In addition, the bonding emulsion may include an antimicrobial and antibacterial agent added to it as well as an approved dye to dye the filter to the desired color. In particular embodiments, a vacuum positioned in proximity to the filter may provide unidirectional pressure to assist the bonding emulsion, flame retardant compound, antimicrobial agent and/or antibacterial agent in penetrating the wadding.
- The spray bonded wadding may then be passed through an oven that has an ambient internal temperature of approximately between 280 and 305 degrees Fahrenheit to drive off the water and cure the bonding resins and/or flame retardant compound. In particular embodiments, a second application of flame retardant compound may be applied to the wadding. As with the first application, the flame retardant compound may be diluted with water and sprayed onto the wadding to allow penetration through the wadding. The flame retardant may be diluted in water in any appropriate ratio, including, but not limited to 50% flame retardant and 50% water. After an appropriate soaking period, the wadding may travel a second time through an oven that has an ambient internal temperature of approximately between 280 and 305 degrees Fahrenheit to again dry the water and cure the bonding resins and/or flame retardant compound.
- The resultant wadding may then be rolled into rolls and allowed 24 hours to fully cure and the binder to be fully effective. During this time the wool or other constituent fibers may absorb moisture from the atmosphere.
- The resultant wadding may then be made into rolls cut at specific widths. These rolls are then cut into the filter panels and press packed into packages of, for example, 24 filters. The resulting filter may be supplied in either rolls or cut panels depending on the installation requirements. The most common method would be to fix the wool filter into frame which may be installed above a ventilation hood. The frame assembly may also have a front cover to support the filter. In addition where there is excessive heat and flame a shield may be placed over the filter frame assembly.
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FIG. 3 is a flowchart illustrating a method of manufacturing thefilter assembly 30 illustrated inFIG. 2 . Operation, in the illustrated example, begins atstep 300, in which a filter pad comprising flame resistant viscose is formed. As described above with respect toFIG. 2 , flame resistant viscose is extremely heat and flame resistant and will only degrade under extreme conditions of heat and flame. In particular embodiments, flame resistant viscose may be blended with wool fibers to form the filter pad.Filter pad 32 may be formed using wool and FR viscose blended in any ratio. For example, in particular embodiments,filter pad 32 may be formed from a blend of 95% wool and 5% FR viscose. In other particular embodiments, filter 32 may be formed from a blend of 5% wool and as much as 95% FR viscose.Filter pad 32 may also be formed from FR viscose alone, i.e., 100% FR viscose. In general, however,filter pad 32 may be formed from any appropriate ratio of wool to FR viscose, depending on the particular operating characteristics or environment ofexhaust filtration system 10. Additionally, at least three different types of fibers may be used in forming a filter pad: (i) natural fibers, (ii) synthetic fibers, and/or (iii) hybrid fibers.Filter pad 32 may be formed using any of the natural, synthetic, or hybrid fibers alone, or in combination with one or more other fibers. - At step 302 a bonding emulsion is applied to the filter pad. In particular embodiments, the bonding emulsion may comprise casein resin, acrylic resin, or a blend of one or more natural or synthetic bonding substances. For example, the bonding emulsion may comprise an acrylic resin and casein resin blend. The bonding emulsion may also comprise a starch and protein blend. The bonding emulsion may also comprise a protein and casein resin blend. The bonding emulsion may also comprise a casein and polylactic acid (PLA) blend. The proportion of wool fibers to bonding emulsion may vary depending on the particular bonding emulsion used, the environment in which
exhaust filtration system 10 operates, and/or any other considerations, factors, or variables. In general, the various acrylic resin, casein resin, starch, protein, and polylactic acid substances may be inter-mixed and blended with each other in any appropriate combination and in any appropriate proportions, and applied to the fibers. - At
step 304 the filter pad is coupled to a support structure. As described above with respect toFIG. 2 ,support structure 34 is designed to add structure and rigidity to filterassembly 30.Support structure 34 may comprise any appropriate lightweight, flame-resistant biodegradable material suitable to add structure to filterassembly 30. Additionally,support structure 34 may be shaped into any appropriate form suitable to perform the described functions, including rectangular, square, round, or any other multi-sided shape.Support structure 34 may also include any number of horizontal, vertical and/or diagonal supports of practically any size or configuration. In particular embodiments,support structure 34 may represent a box frame disposed between one ormore filter pads 32. In such embodiments, theparticular filter pads 32 may be held together with a heat-resistant glue. Both sides ofsupport structure 34 may be coated with a heat-resistant glue which results in the components being held firmly together when pressure is applied to the unit to compressfilter assembly 30. In other embodiments,support structure 34 may represent a frame that surrounds one ormore filter pads 32, which are held within one or more grooves or slots insides support structure 34. - The steps illustrated in
FIG. 3 may be combined, modified, or deleted where appropriate, and additional steps may also be added to those shown. Additionally, the steps may be performed in any suitable order without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. -
FIG. 4 is a flowchart illustrating a particular method of manufacture in accordance with a particular embodiment of the present disclosure. Operation, in the illustrated example, begins atstep 400, with wool fibers being carded into a fiber web. As discussed above, scoured wool may be opened to enable easier processing, then put through a non woven carding machine which further opens and aligns the wool fibers. The card makes the wool into wool web which is then layered using a cross lapping machine into a wool wadding. The lapping and carding is helpful to ensure the wool fibers are aligned correctly so that when the wool wadding is sprayed with binder that the final filter will have sufficient loft and height. - At
step 402, flame resistant viscose is blended with the fiber web. In particular embodiments, flame resistant viscose may be blended with wool or other fiber as a pre-blend, then transferred to be put through a non-woven carding machine which further opens and aligns the filter blend fibers. In particular embodiments, flame resistant viscose may be carded concurrently, so that the separate fibers are blended together. - In
step 404, the fiber web is needle punched into a non-woven blanket. Other non-woven processes, such as needling, thermo bonding, air laid, spun bond and/or other non-woven technology could be used to form the wadding/blanket in other embodiments. - In
step 406, a bonding emulsion is applied to the fiber web. In particular embodiments, the top and the bottom of the fiber web may be sprayed with a blend of bonding emulsion and flame retardant. In particular embodiments, the flame retardant compound is mixed with the bonding emulsion to provide even and thorough penetration through the wadding. The flame retardant compound may be diluted with water in a 50%/50%, or any other appropriate ratio. In particular embodiments, the bonding emulsion may comprise casein resin. The bonding emulsion may also comprise, alone or in combination, acrylic resin, starch and protein, protein and/or polylactic acid. Additionally, the bonding emulsion or flame retardant compound may be applied in a diluted form to allow penetration through the wadding. As the thickness of the wadding and grams per square meter can vary the amount of bonding emulsion will also vary, so that it matches what is required to sufficiently bond the filter blanket and impart the desired physical properties. In addition, the bonding emulsion may include an antimicrobial and antibacterial agent added to it as well as an approved dye to dye the filter to the desired color. In particular embodiments, a vacuum positioned in proximity to the filter may provide unidirectional pressure to assist the bonding emulsion, flame retardant compound, antimicrobial agent and/or antibacterial agent in penetrating the wadding. The spray bonded wadding may then be passed through an oven that has an internal ambient temperature of approximately between 280 and 305 degrees Fahrenheit to drive off the water and cure the bonding resins. In particular embodiments, an additional application of flame resistant compound may be applied subsequent to the filter pad passing through an oven. In such embodiments, the filter pad may then travel a second time through an oven that has an internal ambient temperature of approximately between 280 and 305 degrees Fahrenheit. - The steps illustrated in
FIG. 4 may be combined, modified, or deleted where appropriate, and additional steps may also be added to those shown. Additionally, the steps may be performed in any suitable order without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. - The present disclosure is generally directed to a removable and/or disposable filter assembly that is placed between the cooking surface and the baffle filters disposed within a vent hood described herein, to capture grease and/or other particulates from grease laden vapors prior to entry into, or “upstream” from the baffle filters described herein.
- Although an embodiment of the disclosure has been described using specific terms, such description is for illustrative purposes only. The words used are words of description rather than of limitation. It is to be understood that numerous changes, substitutions, variations, alterations, transformations, and modifications may be made by those of ordinary skill in the art without departing from the spirit and scope of the present disclosure, which is set forth in the following claims. Therefore, the spirit and scope of the appended claims should not be limited to the description of the embodiments disclosed therein.
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